Englewood

After years of working in this field, I have found that this quote by Issiaka still sums up how I approach family support every day: "If you teach me, I will forget. If you show me, I will remember. If you involve me, I will understand." Family Focus Englewood Director Loretta Barriffe

Recent News and Upcoming Events

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Support for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Are you a grandparent who is raising grandchildren on your own? You're not alone! Join our group and meet other grandparents like yourself. Make new friends and get the help you need - for your grandchildren, and for yourself.

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Afterschool gingerbread house contest winners

Afterschool Winter Fun

In the spirit of the holiday season, our Holmes Elementary Afterschool Coordinator Cynthia Harris hosted a gingerbread house contest for program participants.

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Partnership Adds Art to Afterschool

Through an exciting new partnership with Urban Gateways, this fall Family Focus is bring art to life at schools in Englewood and Lawndale.

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Free Classes for New Parents

Family Focus Englewood is offering free classes for parents. Sign up now and get one-on-one training and answers to your parenting questions.

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Studying the 3 Rs

Reduce-Reuse-Recycle was the theme at Woods Academy this summer when Family Focus students learned about landfills, natural resources, how to turn old into new, and how to live healthier lives. A multi-disciplinary curriuclum integrated literacy, science, math, art, and fun.

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